Overcoming Gender Barriers and Driving Change in Australia with the Founder of SheMentors, Ali Adey.

In this episode of the Grow a Small Business podcast, host Michael Denehey interviews Ali Adey, Founder of She Mentors. Discover the remarkable story behind Ali Adey's global tech platform, empowering women to share knowledge, skills, and experiences online. With a bootstrap beginning and a only six contractors, Ali reveals the strategies for growing a membership platform while balancing the demands of raising a young family.
Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let’s get into it by clicking here.
Michael delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice.
And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:
1. What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business?
Ali Adey mentioned that managing cash flow is one of the hardest things in growing a small business. She highlighted that it's especially challenging when bootstrapping, as it can be day-to-day. However, she also emphasised the importance of discipline and having clear boundaries in place, such as time blocking, to help manage this aspect of the business.
2. What's your favourite business book that has helped you the most?
Ali Adey's favourite business book is "Scaling Up" by Verne Harnish. She finds this book to be very helpful, as it sets up businesses for success, providing valuable insights and strategies for growth.
3. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business?
Ali Adey recommends the following podcasts and online learning resources to help grow a small business:
Grow Small Business Podcast (hosted by Troy Trewin): This podcast provides valuable insights and tips for small business growth.
The SaaS Podcast (hosted by Omar Khan): She finds this podcast helpful for professional development, particularly for gaining insights into software as a service (SaaS) businesses.
Diary of a CEO (hosted by Stephen Bartlett): Another podcast Ali listens to, likely offering broader insights into entrepreneurship and business leadership.
4. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business?
Ali Adey recommends ClickUp as a project management tool for growing small businesses, emphasising the importance of getting granular with task management, especially with a larger team.
5. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business?
Ali Adey would advise herself on day one of starting out in business to believe that she has everything inside her needed to succeed and not to let anyone tell her she can't do it, encouraging herself to go for it.
Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights!
Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.
Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest:
Success is not defined by your circumstances, but by your determination - Ali Adey
Building a business is like building a community; it requires trust, respect, and collaboration - Ali Adey
Your mindset determines your success; believe you can, and you're halfway there - Ali Adey